FOXBORO — Drake Maye’s elite play has stolen headlines as the Patriots have ridden an eight-game winning streak on the way to a 9-2 start, but his leadership has also taken a second-year leap.

Head coach Mike Vrabel pushed Maye to become a better leader in his second season throughout the offseason, and players and coaches have seen it blossom first-hand.

Offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels said Thursday that he’s seen Maye’s leadership and confidence improve “quite a bit.”

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“He was very well aware of his standing, but he also wanted to go out there and win, and kind of bring that along with him,” McDaniels said. “And I think it’s a lot easier to lead when you’ve had success and you’ve been a significant contributor to that. And everybody knew he was the quarterback. E

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